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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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